A Cyprinidae species native to Japan: Gnathopogon caerulescens lives middle of the water column over gravel. Mostly peaceful; some species nip fins. Adults reach 5–8 cm. It is one of the aquarium-kept Gnathopogon species we profile, alongside Gnathopogon herzensteini, Gnathopogon imberbis, Gnathopogon polytaenia.
原生環境
生息地
Clear streams and rivers over gravel
水流
Moderate, well-oxygenated current
溶存酸素
Appreciates well-oxygenated water
レイアウトと設備
底床
Fine gravel and sand
流木・石組
Water-worn stones and driftwood
水草
Hardy rooted plants along the margins
性格・餌・混泳
群泳性
Shoaling; keep in groups of 6 or more
餌
Omnivore; prepared foods with regular vegetable matter
おすすめの混泳相手
Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs
混泳しないほうがいい相手
Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates